Engineering Manager

We are happy to be partnering with a client seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and scale multidisciplinary engineering teams across Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Tooling
. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and has a proven track record delivering complex engineering programs.

You will be responsible for driving execution across the full product lifecycle, from concept through production, while building high‑performing teams and establishing scalable processes.

• Lead, mentor, and grow cross‑functional engineering teams
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and innovation
• Partner with leadership to define engineering strategy and organizational structure

• Oversee end‑to‑end development of complex systems and products
• Drive execution across engineering programs, ensuring timelines, quality, and cost targets are met
• Support transition from development to production

• Work closely with Product, Operations, Supply Chain, and other key stakeholders
• Ensure alignment between engineering deliverables and business objectives
• Collaborate with external partners and vendors as needed

• Implement and scale Agile methodologies and engineering best practices
• Establish KPIs, reporting, and continuous improvement processes
• Optimize workflows to increase speed, efficiency, and quality

• Oversee manufacturing engineering and tooling strategies
• Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and production readiness
• Support scaling efforts from prototype through full production

• 7+ years of experience
• Composites Experience
• Must have Recent Experience in one or more of the following industries:
  Marine/shipbuilding
• 5+ years of experience leading engineering teams
• Experience managing Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Tooling functions
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a startup or high‑growth environment
• Strong experience with Agile development methodologies
• Track record of delivering complex, multidisciplinary engineering programs

• Experience with complex hardware systems or integrated products
• Experience in marine, maritime, or similar industries.
• Background in highly regulated or technical industries
• Experience scaling products from concept to production
• Familiarity with cross‑functional systems integration